Best Schools in Inyokern, California
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Inyokern Elementary
Elementary · Sierra Sands Unified. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$328,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$328,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +17.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Inyokern schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Inyokern
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inyokern Elementary | 4.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $82,667
- Median home value
- $328,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 36%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Inyokern compares
Median household income
$83k
83% of California median
About Schools in Inyokern, California
Inyokern, California is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Inyokern show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Inyokern is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Inyokern is served by 1 school district: Sierra Sands Unified. These districts collectively serve 5,122 students.
Inyokern's community shows 36% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,667. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 153 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 |
Schools in Inyokern
Inyokern, California · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,667
Median Home Value
$328,000
Median Rent
$922/mo
Population
1,801
College Educated
36%
Homeownership
82%
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Inyokern has a median household income of $82,667. It is an area where 36% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $328,000, with a median rent of $922/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Inyokern, California
How many schools are in Inyokern, California?
Inyokern has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Inyokern, California?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Inyokern is 4.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Inyokern, California?
The top-ranked school in Inyokern on MySchoolScout is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Inyokern, California?
The top-ranked elementary school in Inyokern on MySchoolScout is Inyokern Elementary with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Inyokern, California?
Inyokern is served by 1 school district: Sierra Sands Unified.
What is the education level in Inyokern, California?
According to Census data, 36% of adults in Inyokern have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Inyokern, California?
The median household income in Inyokern is approximately $82,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Inyokern, California?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Inyokern is 21.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Inyokern, California?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, California Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.